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Up for sale is a rare, authentic vintage 1986 DC Comics Superman promotional heavy cardboard standee.
This rigid die-cut storefront display was issued exclusively to comic book specialty shops in 1986 to promote the legendary John Byrne relaunch of the franchise, proudly showcasing the logos for "Superman", "Action Comics", and the newly introduced "Adventures of Superman" title under the slogan "Better Than Ever!"
Item Specifics & Details:- Brand/Publisher: DC Comics Inc. (Dated 1986 along the lower margin edge)- Character: Superman (Classic Modern Age comic book art style)- Material: Heavy, thick rigid lithograph cardboard cutout- Flat Dimensions: 54.5" Height x 26" Width- Purpose: Original comic book store promotional advertisement display
Condition Notes (Please review close-up photos):This is an authentic, used piece of comic shop history and shows wear consistent with age and storage:- The display features its original factory center fold lines.- There is splitting/tearing along the central seam running through Superman's blue suit torso, as well as a clean tear on the edge of the text bubble.- Minor stress creasing, scuffing, and tiny bits of edge wear are present on the die-cut tips of the cape and the edge of his hair.- GREAT BONUS: The reverse side cardboard fold-out easel structure remains completely intact and un-popped, meaning it was never fully deployed or heavily worn from standing.- The graphics remain incredibly bright, bold, and unfaded.
